Crime And Deviance Sociologists Flashcards
1
Q
What are the two elements of Mertons strain theory
A
Structural factors- society’s unequal opportunity structure
Cultural factors- the strong emphasis on success goals and the weaker emphasis on using legitimate means to achieve them
2
Q
Who came up with the strain theory and what is it
A
Merton, when a person cannot meet society’s goals they use illegal ways to obtain the goal.
